1997 Nissan Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 16

or Rear anti-lock brake warning light Overdrive off indicator light (if so equipped) This light comes on when the overdrive switch is pushed to the OFF position. If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential problem with the rear anti-lock brake system. Have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer. If an abnormality occurs in the system, the rear anti-lock function ceases but the ordinary brakes continue to operate normally. If the light comes on while you are driving, contact your NISSAN dealer for repair. The rear anti-lock brake system may only be effective when driving in the 2-wheel drive mode. When driving in the 4-wheel drive mode, if the front wheels lock, the rear wheels also lock. If this happens, the rear anti-lock brake system may stop functioning, but the ordinary brakes operate normally. The warning light then comes on. The above condition is not a malfunction, and the rear anti-lock brake system recovers once the engine is turned off and restarted. The warning light then goes off. For further description of the rear anti-lock brake system, refer to ''Rear anti-lock brake system'' in the ''Starting and driving'' section. steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control problem. The malfunction indicator light will come on in one of two ways: ● Malfunction indicator light on steady - An emission control system malfunction has been detected. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. ● Malfunction indicator light blinking - - An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system. To reduce or avoid emission control system damage: ● do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h). ● avoid hard acceleration or deceleration. ● avoid steep uphill grades. ● if possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed. The malfunction indicator light may stop blinking and come on steady. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized NISSAN dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer. Key reminder chime The chime sounds when the driver's door is opened and the key is left in the ignition switch. Take the ignition key when you leave the vehicle. Light reminder chime A chime sounds if the driver's door is opened with the headlight switch on unless the ignition key is in the ON position. Turn the headlight switch off when you leave the vehicle. Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard. or Malfunction indicator light (MIL) If the malfunction indicator light comes on 1-9